Contributed by Jennifer Dawson Photo by Mike from Pexels Every year nearly 5 million students graduate from colleges around the USA, according to the National Center for Educational Statistics. One of the hardest parts about flying the nest and fending for yourself is learning to cook independently. Not only can preparing appetizing, nutritious meals be harrowing for someone who has never had to...
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96 Years for the National Christmas Tree
Contributed by RL The National Christmas Tree, 12/14/1978 | by The U.S. National Archives Starting a tradition and keeping it going takes a lot of effort. Each family, no matter which one you talk with, whether planned or just something that they like to do when they get together, has a tradition. Some are funny little things that bring a... -
Bean Sprout Salad
Sprouting is an easy technique that, with a little practice, can give you fresh, nutrient-dense seedlings year-round. You can grow your own sprouts indoors, even in the heart of winter. In general, producing sprouts is as simple as placing some beans in a jar and helping them to maintain a humid environment for a few days. The process of sprouting... -
Lentil Sloppy Joes
I grew up eating sloppy joes on a regular basis because it was a meal that my parents could make quickly and easily. When I started cooking for myself, I would sometimes add lentils or quinoa to the recipe in order to stretch the expensive meat further. This recipe is designed to use your food storage, but you can add... -
Lentil Walnut Loaf
"Food fatigue" can be a serious problem when you're living off of your food storage. When you eat the same thing day after day (plain rice and beans, for example) you can get so tired of your meals that you want to stop eating entirely. This is why it's crucially important to learn new ways to cook with your...